Highlights

The government of Dubai established the free zone of Dubai Internet City (DIC) in collaboration with TECOM Investments as an information technology park. The DIC program began in October 2000. Here is an area guide to help individuals to make an informed decision regarding property investment in this area!

Highlights

  • ABOUT DUBAI INTERNET CITY 

  • PROPERTIES IN DUBAI INTERNET CITY 

  • COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

  • NEIGHBOURHOOD: AMENITIES, SCHOOLS, AND HEALTH CARE

  • QUALITY OF LIFESTYLE: SHOPPING, DINING, AND NIGHTLIFE

 

ABOUT DUBAI INTERNET CITY

The premier commercial and technology sector of Dubai Internet City (DIC) was set up to administer and promote Information Technology (IT) systems and services throughout the United Arab Emirates. It has developed into a hub of innovation and commercial activity in just two decades. More than 1600 businesses are currently thriving in Dubai Internet City's expanding environment. Leading international ICT colossi including Oracle, Sony Ericsson, Dell, Canon, Microsoft, Cisco, Siemens, IBM, HP, Schlumberger, and, Logica as well as a large number of SMEs and commercial ventures, call DIC home.

 

The Dubai Internet City Metro Station is a convenient stopover for those who use the metro to get about. A popular metro stop in the emirate is Dubai Internet City Metro Station. It facilitates simple commuting for those who work in DIC. The top residential locations to rent close to the Dubai Internet City Metro Station include Barsha Heights and Al Barsha 1. Other choices within an 11- to 12-minute drive away are the Nakheel Metro Station, DAMAC Properties Metro Station, and DMCC Metro Station. Buses 83, 84, and 85 run frequently through the region and stop at a number of bus stops in the DIC community.

 

PROPERTIES IN DUBAI INTERNET CITY

Most of the high-rise structures in the area offer both commercial and residential units. In DIC and the surrounding places, it is well-liked among professionals. Residents have access to parking spaces in buildings. There are numerous covered parking spaces available to penthouse tenants. Additionally, there are a lot of paid parking spaces nearby that are primarily used by tourists and locals who work there.
 

Residential Units:

Apartments and hotel suites are available for rent at Dubai Internet City. Each type of apartment at DIC has a different number of bedrooms in a variety of sizes and layouts. They come in 1 to 3-bedroom sizes. The majority of flats are found in the high-rise, 41-floor Dubai Jewel Tower. High-speed elevators, round-the-clock concierge services, and intercom facilities are among the amenities provided by the buildings in DIC Dubai. A gym, Jacuzzi, steam room, and swimming pool are also available to residents. For people who are physically challenged, certain structures feature specialized amenities.

In Dubai Internet City, penthouses often have 3 or 4 bedrooms. Because the majority of the penthouses are full-floor or half-floor flats, they provide huge living rooms. They provide sea views through floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Hotel flats in Dubai Internet City can be rented for between AED 72k and AED 84k per year.


Commercial Units:

When it comes to commercial buildings, there are numerous possibilities for renting office space in DIC Dubai. Office space is available in structures including Business Central Towers, Al Thuraya Tower 1, Office Park, Star Holding (BT Building), Sands Abir, Aurora Tower, DIC 1, and Al Shatha Tower. There aren't many shops in this neighborhood for those wishing to set up retail space. The equipped, fully furnished, and shell & core office space for rent in Dubai Internet City is available. The annual rental costs range from AED 84,400 to AED 13.3 million. Shops in Dubai Internet City range in price from AED 1.22 million to AED 1.44 million per year.

Commercial Properties for rent in Dubai Internet City

NEIGHBOURHOOD

SUPERMARKETS

Dubai Internet City is close to a lot of supermarkets. The Greens, Al Sufouh, and Barsha Heights, three nearby communities, are where you'll find the majority of supermarkets. Choitrams is located in The Greens, Aswaaq Supermarket is located in Al Sufouh, and BlueMart Supermarket, F Mart, Park N Shop, and other stores are located in Barsha Heights. The ZOOM in DIC is an excellent option if you're looking for a modest mini-mart for daily necessities. The Dubai Jewel Tower, which is near the metro station, is where ZOOM is situated.

MOSQUES, TEMPLES, AND CHURCHES

Within a 10- to 11-minute drive, locals can go to Fellowship: A Christian Church in Dubai and Coza Church. Both the Seventh Day Adventist Church and the Old Apostolic Church (MENA) are 11 minutes driving away from Al Sufouh 2 in Barsha Heights. It takes only 15 minutes to get to other churches in Jebel Ali Village. You can find churches like Covenant Hope Church, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, and St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church here.

In Jebel Ali Village, there is also the Sikh gurudwara known as Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara. The Shiva Temple, Shree Krishna Haveli, and ShrinathJi Temple are all within a 30-minute drive of Hindu people in Bur Dubai. Near Dubai Internet City, there are numerous mosques. The closest mosque is Tecom Masjid, which is reachable in 5 minutes by car. Hamel Al Gaith Mosque and Greens Mosque are two other mosques that are close by and easily accessible.

SCHOOLS

A 12-minute drive will take you to Blossom Palm Jumeirah, Redwood Montessori Nursery, and Asya's Nursery. A shorter drive of only six minutes will take you to British Orchard Nursery in Dubai Media City. Dubai Internet City is close to a number of schools. It takes 11 minutes to drive to the International School of Choueifat Al Sufouh. From Kindergarten through Grade 12, it adheres to the SABIS (UK/US) curriculum. An 11-minute journey will take you to Regent International School, which follows the English National Curriculum.

Other neighboring schools include GEMS Wellington International School, GEMS Dubai American Academy, and American School of Dubai. These are reachable after a 13 to 17-minute vehicle ride. As Dubai Internet City is located close to Dubai Knowledge Park, there are a few educational institutions and universities nearby. DKP is the home of Middlesex University Dubai, the University of Manchester, the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD), and the University of Bradford Dubai. The renowned American University in Dubai (AUD) is also close by.

CLINICS AND HOSPITALS

Hospitals in the neighborhood of Dubai Internet City include Saudi German Hospital and Al Zahra Hospital. These are some of the prominent medical facilities in nearby Al Barsha, which is 14 minutes away. These hospitals provide tertiary care and have all the essential medical resources. Mediclinic Meadows, Mediclinic Al Sufouh, and American Hospital Clinic Media City are clinics close to DIC. These options are accessible in 6 to 12 minutes.

Lifestyle

The Palm Jumeirah complex and the Arabian Gulf are both nearby. Al Sufouh, The Greens, and Barsha Heights are three well-liked residential complexes close by. Commercial sectors like Dubai Media City and Dubai Knowledge Park are located to the northwest, while Emirates Hills, which is located directly across Sheikh Zayed Road from Dubai Internet City, is located to the south. There are only a few bars and restaurants there, and the area is primarily commercial. To go to the surrounding restaurants, malls, and other attractions for recreation, residents must travel a short distance.

MALLS

The Greens Souk is a mall near Dubai Internet City that has a number of retail stores, a number of restaurants, a bookstore, a beauty parlor, and a grocery store. It also features a number of cafes and restaurants, and during the cooler months, guests enjoy sitting in the outdoor area. Dubai Internet City is 10 minutes away from this mall. Mazaya Shopping Centre is reachable in the same period of time by car. It takes 8 minutes to get from the area next to Al Ittihad Park on the Palm Jumeirah to the Golden Mile Galleria Mall. The mall features about 70 outlets, including a fitness center, a number of retail businesses, and health clinics and supermarkets. Additionally, there are numerous casual dining venues there. Ibn Battuta Mall and the Mall of The Emirates are two other big shopping malls close to DIC Dubai and are each 10 minutes apart.

RESTAURANTS

In close proximity to Dubai Internet City, there are many dining options. Burger King, Subway, and Popeyes are a few of the fast food restaurants at DIC Dubai. The Rupee Room, Kamat, and Paratha King are examples of Indian restaurants. There are three Arabian restaurants in DIC: Al Safeer, Mantoushe, and Diwan Layalina. Other restaurants in the area include Puranmal Restaurant, an Indian restaurant that offers desserts and other cuisine from the subcontinent. One of Dubai's top 8 Mexican restaurants, Taqado Mexican Kitchen, is about 8 minutes away. It takes 9 minutes to get from Qutoof Restaurant to The Noodle House. The Rooftop Terrace of the One&Only Royal Mirage hotel and ICON Bar & Lounge in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City, both offer nightlife options.

BEACHES

As the area is close to the Arabian Gulf, popular beaches such as Al Sufouh Beach and JBR Beach are located close to Dubai Internet City. Al Sufouh Beach is situated between the Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah. One of Dubai's nicest beaches, Al Sufouh Beach is sometimes described as a hidden gem.  It takes 13 minutes to go to Al Sufouh Beach, also known as Black Palace Beach. One of the biggest tourist spots in Dubai is JBR Beach. There are various beachfront dining options, as well as a public mall. Visitors can use the walking/jogging track and several pieces of outdoor workout equipment at JBR Beach as well.

SIGNIFICANT LANDMARKS & LEISURE ACTIVITIES

The Emirates Golf Club, which is 11 minutes away, is the closest landmark. The first grass golf course in the Middle East has 36 holes and was constructed in 1988. It takes 13 minutes to get to Jebel Ali Racecourse by car. A lifestyle and shopping attraction is Dubai Marina Walk by Emaar. For a family vacation, there are numerous recreational areas close to Dubai Internet City. It takes 12 minutes to get to Dubai Marina Walk, a 7-kilometer tree-lined promenade. It is a high-end lifestyle and retail location where you can eat, shop, stroll or ride. The promenade has a number of kid-friendly play areas. Stunning dhow rides are another option for taking in the sights of Dubai Marina. The best place to go for picturesque parachute jumps is Skydive Dubai. It was established in 2010 by H.E. and is a popular destination for thrill seekers.  

FITNESS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, AND BEAUTY

Nearby gyms offer a variety of options for fitness enthusiasts. The distance between Fitness First, Snap Fitness, and Body Time Tecom are 10 minutes. The Work Salon + Spa, Tulip Ladies Salon, and The Cure are just a short 8-minute drive away. Both the Handsome Males Salon and the Cutting Line Gent's Salon are within a 9-minute distance.

Location

Dubai Internet City is a bustling community with over 1.5 million square feet that caters to thousands of professionals. People who work in the district will enjoy living in DIC's residential area. In DIC Dubai, apartments and hotel apartments are two of the most common property types. A vibrant, business-friendly neighborhood, Dubai Internet City is home to a thriving commercial zone. The residential structures are close to a variety of amenities for residents, including innovation centers, shops, restaurants, hotels, gyms, and health care.

Location:

  • 13 minutes will get you to Palm Jumeirah.

  • It takes 24 minutes to go to downtown Dubai.

  • The distance to Dubai International Airport is 31 minutes.